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BULLETIN FOR ONLINE & IN-PERSON WORSHIP January 3, 2021

St. George’s Episcopal Memorial Church 601 N 4th Street / PO Box 1241

Bismarck, North Dakota 58502-1241 701-223-1942

stgeorges-bismarck.org

St. George’s Mission Statement

We are called by God: --to make Christ the center of our lives

--to support one another in our journey with Christ --to serve the world in Christ’s Name

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HOLY EUCHARIST SECOND SUNDAY AFTER CHRISTMAS

JANUARY 3, 2021, RITE II, 10 AM

THE LITURGY OF THE WORD OF GOD

Prelude Organ/Piano Solo

Introit #56 Choir Recording “O Come O Come Emmanuel” (vs 1) Veni veni Emmanuel

Opening Hymn #112 Choir Recording “In the bleak midwinter” (vs 1, 4) Cranham/Rossetti

The Salutation BCP p. 355

The people standing, the Celebrant says Celebrant Blessed be God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

People And blessed be his kingdom, now and for ever. Amen.

The Collect for Purity BCP p. 355

The Celebrant may say

Almighty God, to you all hearts are open, all desires known, and from you no secrets are hid: Cleanse the thoughts of our hearts by the inspiration of your Holy Spirit, that we may perfectly love you, and worthily magnify your holy Name; through Christ our Lord. Amen.

Lord, have mercy BCP p. 356

People Lord, have mercy upon us. Christ, have mercy upon us. Lord, have mercy upon us.

The Collect of the Day BCP p. 211

The Celebrant says to the people

The Lord be with you. People And also with you. Celebrant Let us pray.

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The Celebrant says the Collect.

O God, who wonderfully created, and yet more wonderfully restored, the dignity of human nature: Grant that we may share the divine life of him who humbled himself to share our humanity, your Son Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

First Lesson Jeremiah 31:7-14

Thus says the LORD:

Sing aloud with gladness for Jacob, and raise shouts for the chief of the nations;

proclaim, give praise, and say, "Save, O LORD, your people, the remnant of Israel."

See, I am going to bring them from the land of the north, and gather them from the farthest parts of the earth,

among them the blind and the lame, those with child and those in labor, together; a great company, they shall return here.

With weeping they shall come, and with consolations I will lead them back,

I will let them walk by brooks of water, in a straight path in which they shall not stumble;

for I have become a father to Israel, and Ephraim is my firstborn.

Hear the word of the LORD, O nations, and declare it in the coastlands far away;

say, "He who scattered Israel will gather him, and will keep him as a shepherd a flock."

For the LORD has ransomed Jacob, and has redeemed him from hands too strong for him.

They shall come and sing aloud on the height of Zion, and they shall be radiant over the goodness of the LORD,

over the grain, the wine, and the oil, and over the young of the flock and the herd;

their life shall become like a watered garden, and they shall never languish again.

Then shall the young women rejoice in the dance, and the young men and the old shall be merry.

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I will turn their mourning into joy, I will comfort them, and give them gladness for sorrow.

I will give the priests their fill of fatness, and my people shall be satisfied with my bounty,

says the LORD.

Psalm 84:1-8 BCP p. 707

1 How dear to me is your dwelling, O LORD of hosts! * My soul has a desire and longing for the courts of the LORD; my heart and my flesh rejoice in the living God.

2 The sparrow has found her a house and the swallow a nest where she may lay her young; * by the side of your altars, O LORD of hosts, my King and my God.

3 Happy are they who dwell in your house! * they will always be praising you.

4 Happy are the people whose strength is in you! * whose hearts are set on the pilgrims' way.

5 Those who go through the desolate valley will find it a place of springs, * for the early rains have covered it with pools of water.

6 They will climb from height to height, * and the God of gods will reveal himself in Zion.

7 LORD God of hosts, hear my prayer; * hearken, O God of Jacob.

8 Behold our defender, O God; * and look upon the face of your Anointed.

Second Lesson Ephesians 1:3-6,15-19a

Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us in Christ with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly places, just as he chose us in Christ before the foundation of the world to be holy and blameless before him in love. He destined us for adoption as his children through Jesus Christ, according to the good pleasure of his will, to the praise of his glorious grace that he freely bestowed on us in the Beloved.

I have heard of your faith in the Lord Jesus and your love toward all the saints, and for this reason I do not cease to give thanks for you as I remember you in my prayers. I pray that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of glory, may give you a spirit of wisdom and revelation as you come to know him, so that, with the eyes of your heart enlightened, you may know what is the hope to which he has called you, what are the riches of his glorious inheritance among the saints, and what is the immeasurable greatness of his power for us who believe.

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Sequence Hymn #124 Choir Recording

“What Star Is This” (vs 1, 3) Puer Nobis/Coffin

The Gospel Matthew 2:1-12

In the time of King Herod, after Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea, wise men from the East came to Jerusalem, asking, "Where is the child who has been born king of the Jews? For we observed his star at its rising, and have come to pay him homage." When King Herod heard this, he was frightened, and all Jerusalem with him; and calling together all the chief priests and scribes of the people, he inquired of them where the Messiah was to be born. They told him, "In Bethlehem of Judea; for so it has been written by the prophet:

`And you, Bethlehem, in the land of Judah, are by no means least among the rulers of Judah;

for from you shall come a ruler who is to shepherd my people Israel.'"

Then Herod secretly called for the wise men and learned from them the exact time when the star had appeared. Then he sent them to Bethlehem, saying, "Go and search diligently for the child; and when you have found him, bring me word so that I may also go and pay him homage." When they had heard the king, they set out; and there, ahead of them, went the star that they had seen at its rising, until it stopped over the place where the child was. When they saw that the star had stopped, they were overwhelmed with joy. On entering the house, they saw the child with Mary his mother; and they knelt down and paid him homage. Then, opening their treasure chests, they offered him gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh. And having been warned in a dream not to return to Herod, they left for their own country by another road.

The Sermon The Rev’d Deacon Ed Wos

The Nicene Creed BCP p. 358

We believe in one God, the Father, the Almighty, maker of heaven and earth, of all that is, seen and unseen. We believe in one Lord, Jesus Christ, the only Son of God, eternally begotten of the Father, God from God, Light from Light, true God from true God, begotten, not made, of one Being with the Father. Through him all things were made.

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For us and for our salvation he came down from heaven: by the power of the Holy Spirit he became incarnate from the Virgin Mary, and was made man. For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate; he suffered death and was buried. On the third day he rose again in accordance with the Scriptures; he ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead, and his kingdom will have no end. We believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life, who proceeds from the Father and the Son. With the Father and the Son he is worshiped and glorified. He has spoken through the Prophets. We believe in one holy catholic and apostolic Church. We acknowledge one baptism for the forgiveness of sins. We look for the resurrection of the dead, and the life of the world to come. Amen.

Litany of Healing Celebrant Let us name before God those for whom we offer prayers. The People name those for whom they are interceding A Person appointed then leads the Litany

God the Father, your will for all people is health and salvation; We praise you and thank you, O Lord

God the Son, you came that we might have life, and might have it more abundantly; We praise you and thank you, O Lord.

God the Holy Spirit, you make our bodies the temple of your presence; We praise you and thank you, O Lord.

Holy Trinity, one God, in you we live and move and have our being; We praise you and thank you, O Lord.

Lord, grant your healing grace to all who are sick, injured, or disabled, that they may be made whole; Hear us, O Lord of life.

Grant to all who seek your guidance, and to all who are lonely, anxious, or despondent, a knowledge of your will and an awareness of your presence; Hear us, O Lord of life.

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Mend broken relationships, and restore those in emotional distress to soundness of mind and serenity of spirit; Hear us, O Lord of life.

Bless physicians, nurses, and all others who minister to the suffering, granting them wisdom and skill, sympathy and patience. Hear us, O Lord of life.

Grant to the dying peace and a holy death, and uphold by the grace and consolation of your Holy Spirit those who are bereaved; Hear us. O Lord of life.

The Celebrant says a blessing over those who desire healing.

The Almighty Lord, who is a strong tower to all who put their trust in him, to whom all things in heaven, on earth, and under the earth bow and obey: Be now and evermore your defense, and make you know and feel that the only Name under heaven given for health and salvation is the Name of our Lord Jesus Christ. Amen.

The Celebrant then lays hands on each person and says…

N., I lay my hands upon you and anoint you with oil in the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

The Confession BCP p. 360

We pray to you also for the forgiveness of our sins.

Silence may be kept.

Leader and People

Have mercy upon us, most merciful Father; in your compassion forgive us our sins, known and unknown, things done and left undone; and so uphold us by your Spirit that we may live and serve you in newness of life, to the honor and glory of your Name; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

The Absolution BCP p. 360

The Bishop, when present, or the Priest, stands and says

Almighty God have mercy on you, forgive you all your sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen you in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep you in eternal life. Amen.

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The Peace BCP p. 360

All stand. The Celebrant says to the people The Peace of the Lord be always with you. People And also with you.

Then the Ministers and People may greet one another in the name of the Lord.

Announcements

Offertory Choir Recording

“A Star in the East” Dakota Pro Musica Southern Harmony/William Walker

THE LITURGY OF HOLY COMMUNION

The Great Thanksgiving

Eucharistic Prayer B BCP p. 367 The people remain standing. The Celebrant, whether bishop or priest, faces them and sings or says

The Lord be with you. People And also with you. Celebrant Lift up your hearts. People We lift them to the Lord. Celebrant Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. People It is right to give him thanks and praise.

Then, facing the Holy Table, the Celebrant proceeds

It is right, and a good and joyful thing, always and everywhere to give thanks to you, Father Almighty, Creator of heaven and earth.

The Proper Preface BCP p. 378

Incarnation

Because you gave Jesus Christ, your only Son, to be born for us; who, by the mighty power of the Holy Spirit, was made perfect Man of the flesh of the Virgin Mary his mother; so that we might be delivered from the bondage of sin, and receive power to become your children.

Therefore we praise you, joining our voices with Angels and Archangels and with all the company of heaven, who for ever sing this hymn to proclaim the glory of your Name:

Celebrant and People

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Sanctus (Holy, Holy, Holy) BCP p. 367

Holy, Holy, Holy Lord, God of power and might, heaven and earth are full of your glory. Hosanna in the highest. Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord. Hosanna in the highest.

The people stand or kneel as they are able.

Then the Celebrant continues

We give thanks to you, O God, for the goodness and love which you have made known to us in creation; in the calling of Israel to be your people; in your Word spoken through the prophets; and above all in the Word made flesh, Jesus, your Son. For in these last days you sent him to be incarnate from the Virgin Mary, to be the Savior and Redeemer of the world. In him, you have delivered us from evil, and made us worthy to stand before you. In him, you have brought us out of error into truth, out of sin into righteousness, out of death into life.

At the following words concerning the bread, the Celebrant is to hold it, or to lay a hand upon it; and at the words concerning the cup, to hold or place a hand upon the cup and any other vessel containing wine to be consecrated.

On the night before he died for us, our Lord Jesus Christ took bread; and when he had given thanks to you, he broke it, and gave it to his disciples, and said, "Take, eat: This is my Body, which is given for you. Do this for the remembrance of me."

After supper he took the cup of wine; and when he had given thanks, he gave it to them, and said, "Drink this, all of you: This is my Blood of the new Covenant, which is shed for you and for many for the forgiveness of sins. Whenever you drink it, do this for the remembrance of me."

Therefore, according to his command, O Father,

Celebrant and People

We remember his death, We proclaim his resurrection, We await his coming in glory;

The Celebrant continues

And we offer our sacrifice of praise and thanksgiving to you, O Lord of all; presenting to you, from your creation, this bread and this wine.

We pray you, gracious God, to send your Holy Spirit upon these gifts that they may be the Sacrament of the Body of Christ and his Blood of the new Covenant. Unite us to your Son in his sacrifice, that we may be acceptable through him, being sanctified by the Holy Spirit. In the fullness of time, put all things in subjection under your Christ, and bring us to that heavenly country where, with [Saint George, the Blessed Virgin Mary, and] all your saints, we may enter the everlasting heritage of your sons and daughters; through Jesus Christ our Lord, the firstborn of all creation, the head of the Church, and the author of our salvation.

By him, and with him, and in him, in the unity of the Holy Spirit all honor and glory is yours, Almighty Father, now and for ever. AMEN.

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And now, as our Savior Christ has taught us, we are bold to say,

The Lord’s Prayer BCP p. 364

Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy Name, thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen.

The Breaking of the Bread BCP p. 364 The Celebrant breaks the consecrated Bread.

A period of silence is kept.

The Fraction Anthem BCP p. 364 Then may be sung or said

Alleluia. Christ our Passover is sacrificed for us; Therefore let us keep the feast. Alleluia.

The Invitation to Holy Communion BCP p. 364 Facing the people, the Celebrant says the following Invitation

The Gifts of God for the People of God.

The ministers receive the Sacrament and then immediately deliver it to the people.

The Bread and the Blessing of the Blood of Christ are given to the communicants with these words

The Body of Christ, the bread of heaven.

The Blood of Christ, the cup of salvation.

Communion Hymn #343 Choir Recording “Lo, How a Rose E’er Blooming” Dakota Pro Musica Es ist ein rose/Praetorius

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The Clearing of the Table Deacon

After Communion, the Celebrant says For those who cannot be here with us today we offer this prayer for Spiritual Communion.

Let us pray.

Prayer for Spiritual Communion Armed Forces Prayer Book, 2008, p. 147

Celebrant and People

In union, O Lord, with your faithful people at every altar of your Church, where the Holy Eucharist is now being celebrated, I desire to offer to you praise and thanksgiving. I remember your death, Lord Christ; I proclaim your resurrection; I await your coming in glory. Since I cannot receive you today in the Sacrament of your Body and Blood, I beseech you to come spiritually into my heart. Cleanse and strengthen me with your grace, Lord Jesus, and let me never be separated from you. May I live in you, and you in me, in this life and in the life to come. Amen.

The Post Communion Prayer BCP p. 365

After Communion, the Celebrant says Let us pray.

Celebrant and People

Eternal God, heavenly Father, you have graciously accepted us as living members of your Son our Savior Jesus Christ, and you have fed us with spiritual food in the Sacrament of his Body and Blood. Send us now into the world in peace, and grant us strength and courage to love and serve you with gladness and singleness of heart; through Christ our Lord. Amen.

The Blessing BCP p. 366 The Bishop when present, or the Priest, may bless the people.

The blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be upon you and remain with you for ever. Amen.

Closing Hymn #102 Choir Recording

“Once in Royal David’s City” (vs 1, 6) Irby/Alexander

The Dismissal BCP p. 366

Deacon Go in peace to love and serve the Lord. People Thanks be to God.

Postlude Organ/Piano Solo

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ST. GEORGE’S PRAYER LIST

January 3, 2021

FOR THE CHURCH Justin, our Archbishop of Canterbury, Michael, our Presiding Bishop; Keith, our Assisting Bishop;

our members of the Diocesan Standing Committee; Hal and Zanne, our Canons; Beth, Ed and Jane, our Deacons

FOR THE ANGLICAN COMMUNION

The Episcopal / Anglican Province of Alexandria

FOR THE DIOCESE OF NORTH DAKOTA St Gabriel’s Camp, Solen: John Floberg, Priest; and for the work of

the diocesan East Africa Mission Committee: Thom Marubbio, chair

FOR THOSE IN GOVERNMENT Donald, our President; Joe, our President-Elect; Doug, our Governor;

and Steve, Tim, & Gerald, our Mayors

FOR OUR MEN AND WOMEN OF THE ARMED FORCES Ethan, Joe, Tyler, Marc, & All Who Have Served

FOR OUR PARISH FAMILY

Ernie & Cindy Torpen

FOR THOSE CELEBRATING BIRTHDAYS THIS WEEK Biar Panchol, Abby Johnsrud, Anna Hopkins, Andrew Reynolds

FOR THOSE CELEBRATING ANNIVERSARIES THIS WEEK

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FOR THOSE FOR WHOM OUR PRAYERS HAVE BEEN ASKED Family of Ann Tudor Oldenkamp (Tom T), Family of Brad Bosch (Harvey B), Darlene A,

Dolly L, Jane T, Kidder Family, Nellie O, Helene N, Canon Hal & Michelle Weidman and ALL affected by Covid-19

FOR THOSE WHO HAVE DIED

Ann Tudor Oldenkamp, Brad Bosch, “Reese” Weidman

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The Coming Weeks at St. George’s

PLEASE JOIN US FOR WORSHIP AT 10 AM SUNDAYS-LIVE STREAMED ON ST. GEORGE’S WEBSITE AND FACEBOOK PAGE (AND ON YOUTUBE SOON)!

WEDNESDAY EVENING EUCHARIST POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.

01/03 10 AM Eucharist with Healing, Nave – LIVE STREAMED & IN-PERSON (Rite II), Deacon Ed Wos, preacher /

01/06 Epiphany 1 PM Executive Committee, Rita Murphy Parish Hall 6 PM Eucharist, Nave – LIVE STREAMED ONLY (Rite II)

01/10 10 AM Eucharist, Nave – LIVE STREAMED & IN-PERSON (Rite II) 5 PM Vestry Reports due to the office (for upcoming Annual Meeting)

01/12 6:30 PM Vestry, Rita Murphy Parish Hall

01/13 5 PM Newsletter deadline

01/17 10 AM Eucharist, Nave – LIVE STREAMED & IN-PERSON (Rite II)

01/22 Newsletter issued

01/24 10 AM Eucharist, Nave – LIVE STREAMED & IN-PERSON (Rite II) 11:30 AM Congregational Annual Meeting – LIVE STREAMED ONLY

01/31 10 AM Eucharist, Nave – LIVE STREAMED & IN-PERSON (Rite I)

02/03 1 PM Executive Committee, Rita Murphy Parish Hall

02/07 10 AM Eucharist with Healing, Nave – LIVE STREAMED & IN-PERSON (Rite II)

02/09 6:30 PM Vestry, Rita Murphy Parish Hall

02/14 10 AM Eucharist, Nave – LIVE STREAMED & IN-PERSON (Rite II)

02/21 10 AM Eucharist, Nave – LIVE STREAMED & IN-PERSON (Rite II)

02/28 10 AM Eucharist, Nave – LIVE STREAMED & IN-PERSON (Rite I)

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St. George’s Ministers Diocese of North Dakota Diocesan Standing Committee Assisting Bishop The Rt. Rev’d Keith B. Whitmore Ministers All The People of St. George’s Rector The Rev’d Canon Hal J. Weidman Canon The Rev’d Canon Zanne Ness Deacon The Rev’d Jane C. Towne, Deacon Deacon The Rev’d Beth Lipp, Deacon Deacon The Rev’d Dr. Edward Wos, Deacon Administrator Dionne Nelson Music Director Traci Juhala Organist Arlene Gray Pianist David Sorenson Nursery Attendant Abby Johnsrud

WELCOME ALL TO OUR LIVE STREAMING & IN-PERSON SERVICE

We are honored that you are with us today. –Canon Hal

Live Streaming Worship Service Schedule & Address

Sundays: 10 am Holy Eucharist Rites I & II

Wednesday: 5:30 pm Holy Eucharist (Postponed until further notice)

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St. George’s Episcopal Memorial Church

Office Hours: By Appointment Only Until Further Notice due to Covid Should you have a pastoral emergency or just want to chat, call Canon Hal at 605-390-3570

Web site: www.stgeorges-bismarck.org

E-mail: stgeorges@stgeorges-bismarck.org

Phone Number: 701-223-1942

Revised January 2021

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THE LITURGY OF THE WORD OF GODPsalm 84:1-8 BCP p. 707

The Great ThanksgivingThe Coming Weeks at St. George’sSt. George’s MinistersWELCOME ALL TO OUR LIVE STREAMING & IN-PERSON SERVICELive Streaming Worship Service Schedule & AddressSt. George’s Episcopal Memorial Church